King Henry IV, Part 2
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King Henry IV, Part 2 is a history play by William Shakespeare, set in the early 15th century during the reign of King Henry IV. The play continues the story from its predecessor, Henry IV, Part 1, focusing on the troubled reign of King Henry IV, the rebellion led by the Earl of Northumberland and his son Hotspur, and the journey of Prince Hal, heir to the throne, as he grapples with his responsibilities and his relationship with his mischievous companion, Sir John Falstaff. The play explores themes of kingship, war, morality, justice, and redemption as it follows the political intrigue, battlefields, and personal journeys of its characters.Book Details
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William Shakespeare was born on April 23, 1564, in Stratford-upon-Avon. The son of John Shakespeare and Mary Arden, he was probably educated at the King Edward VI Grammar School in Stratford, where he...
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